Tazlyn Plaatjies Ally (28), a brave author from Ext 6, Eldorado Park, shares her harrowing story of survival and faith in her debut book, titled My Process Has Become My Purpose (MPHBMP).
Launched on August 10 at at Holy Spirit Ministries, housed at EW Hobbs Primary in Ext 2 Eldorado Park, MPHBMP chronicles Ally’s journey as a rape and gender-based violence (GBV) survivor.
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The book reflects on her personal experience, hardships, and awakening faith in God.
“Driven by my past mistakes, I wrote this book to warn others of the dangers of poor choices.
“My story of survival and faith in God serves as a cautionary tale and a beacon of hope, inspiring readers to make wiser decisions and seek divine guidance,” Ally said.
A journey of pain and resilience
Sharing her dreadful experience with Soweto Urban, Ally revealed her journey began at 15 when a family acquaintance raped her in 2010 while in Grade Nine.
The traumatic incident, kept hidden, marked the beginning of a long and difficult path.
“For years, I struggled to come to terms with my painful past. I had never openly shared my experiences, and instead, I rebelled and sank into darkness, attempting to take my own life seven times.”
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At 16, Ally met her first serious partner in Grade 11, leading to a tumultuous relationship marked by physical, sexual, financial, and emotional abuse. They had two children within two years, but the relationship ended.
Unfortunately, patterns of abuse continued in subsequent relationships, leaving Ally emotionally and sexually scarred.
Finding redemption
It was not until Ally hit rock bottom that she turned to God, seeking solace and redemption.
Through faith, she found healing, strength, and purpose.
“Today, I am blessed to be married to a loving and supportive partner, and I have built a thriving business. Most importantly, I am living for Jesus, and my story is one of hope, resilience, and triumph over adversity.”
New chapter
Ally married Marcom Ally (30) on March 7, 2020, before the Covid-19 outbreak, and they are blessed with a daughter.
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She runs a business called M&T. Trading from home, they manufacture and produce perfumes from scratch, produce and sell biltong and products from hair, beauty, home, and car products.
MPHBMP is available for R250. The author is in discussions with Exclusive Books for nationwide distribution.
To place an order contact Ally via call or WhatsApp at 063 392 5908, follow her on Facebook: @TazlynAlly or email: tazlynally28@gmail.com
